PSYCS38
The Social Psychology of Film
Psychology
BC
Subject code
PSYC
Course Number
S38
Department(s)
Instructor(s)
Department/Program Faculty
Course Long Title
The Social Psychology of Film
Description
This course examines historic and current themes in social psychology through the lens of popular cinema. Students examine motifs, topics, and themes from selected films to review, analyze, and critique research in both classic and contemporary social psychology. Research areas and related films focus on the following areas: foundations of social psychological research; processes of attitude change; social influences on conformity, compliance, and obedience; self-concept and the pursuit of self-esteem; person perception and attribution; stereotyping, prejudice, and discrimination; and group influences on performance. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 101.
Modes of Inquiry
Analysis and Critique [AC], Historical and Social Inquiry [HS]
Writing Credit
No writing credit
Class Restriction
Exclude First Years